Bernanke, like other economic historians, characterized the Great Depression as a disaster because of its length, depth, and consequences. The Depression lasted a decade, beginning in 1929 and ending during World War II.
Personal items Personal items include a purse, briefcase, tote bag, camera bag, laptop computer, or small backpack, and must fit beneath the seat in front of yours. United limits personal items to 17x9x10 inches.
Expected to make the biggest waves will be the changes United made to its baggage policy. Basic Economy ticket holders will not be allowed to bring aboard a carry-on bag unless the passenger is a Premier member, primary cardmember of a qualifying MileagePlus credit card, or a Star Alliance Gold member, the airline said. Instead, United will limit Basic Economy passengers to just a personal item. You're allowed to bring a small personal item on board, such as a shoulder bag, backpack, laptop bag or other small item that is 9 inches x 10 inches x 17 inches (22 cm x 25 cm x 43 cm) or less, United wrote on its website.